Life Drawing at Triangle with Chris Tasman & Gianluca Flores
April 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Arrive 7pm
Bar open 7pm - 11pm
After a really inspiring run of life drawing sessions at The Triangle last autumn and winter
we’re continuing with the same spirit. Last time, what stayed with us was how inspiring the
drawings were, especially from people drawing for the first time.
What to expect
These sessions take place in a specially arranged space, with a rotating selection of models
across the series. Each evening begins with short warm-up poses to loosen the hand and
soften the eye, gradually building towards longer poses by the end of the night. We’ll take a
short break halfway through.
Drawing boards, paper, pencils, and erasers are provided (though you’re welcome to bring
your own materials), and we can adapt the setup for accessibility needs.
Rather than teaching how to draw, we offer light drawing theory focused on ways of seeing
— attention, proportion, rhythm, and presence. Sometimes we’ll point out anatomy or
references if useful, but mostly we’re here to help quiet the inner critic and get pencils
moving.
How the sessions run
We start with quick poses (2–3 minutes) — not about getting things “right”, but about shaking
off that voice in your head that says you can’t draw. From there, we settle into longer poses
where you can slow down, build detail, or keep things loose.
The first half of each session is gently guided; after the break you’re free to follow your own
interests — with support always there if you want it.
A good playlist. A generous model. A room full of people really looking.
The models
Real people. Different bodies, ages, shapes, and energies. Because bodies are endlessly fascinating.
Who it’s for
You should come if:
• you miss the childhood feeling of drawing just for fun
• you’re curious about anatomy but dislike stuffy art classes
• you want to do something with your hands that isn’t scrolling
• life drawing sounds intimidating, but you secretly want to try
No experience needed. Seriously.
It’s okay if your drawings look “bad”. Ours sometimes do too.
This series will be co-facilitated, with Chris Tasman and Gianluca Flores alternating weeks.
Each brings a slightly different energy while sharing the same ethos. Keep an eye on socials
to see who’s running each session.
About the facilitators
Gianluca Flores trained in fine art and has been running life drawing sessions for several
years. What he loves most is helping people rediscover the simple pleasure of drawing —
before rules and expectations get in the way.
Chris Tasman is a London-based artist from New Zealand. His work includes large-scale
drawings of queer spaces and interiors, alongside smaller portraits and prints. For him,
drawing is both meditative and social — a way to slow down, pay attention, and hold
moments in memory.
A small note
The days are getting longer.
There’s more light, more time.
Come and spend some of it drawing.